Cavitation Limits for Valves
Document Type
Article
Issue
11
Publisher
AWWA
Publication Date
11-1-1981
First Page
582
Last Page
585
Abstract
To quantify pressure effects in terms of different stages of cavitation, this paper presents design limits and testing procedures for cavitation in valves. All of the cavitation testing involved data gathered from accelerometers (sensing devices) and aural observations. Evaluations of pressure drops and flow coefficients were derived from static wall taps placed in the piping upstream and downstream from the test valves.
Recommended Citation
Cavitation Limits for Valves, Journal of the American Water Works Association Journal, November 1981, (Rahmeyer).